How to Prevent a Security Breach
Security breach can occur due to a number of reasons. These can include human error, malicious software, and network vulnerabilities. In addition, data breaches can occur when sensitive data is copied, transmitted, or viewed by unauthorized individuals. Data leakage and spill are also terms used to describe the unintentional disclosure of sensitive data.
Human error
Human error is the most common cause of cybersecurity breaches. Unfortunately, only a small percentage of security resources are dedicated to preventing human errors. Humans are the weakest link in a cybersecurity chain, according to a recent study by IBM. By eliminating human errors, organizations could prevent nearly 19 out of 20 cyber security breaches.
Human error can happen when employees do not take the necessary care to keep systems secure. In one recent example, an NHS practice discovered that 800 of its HIV patients’ email addresses had been accessed. This happened because an employee mistakenly typed the patients’ email addresses into the “to” and “bcc” fields without knowing it. While the employee knew it was a mistake, he didn’t take proper care to ensure his actions didn’t result in a security breach.
Phishing
Phishing as a security breach is an increasingly widespread problem that can result in significant losses, damage to a company’s reputation, and even a compromise of national security. The total cost of cybercrime is expected to reach $6 trillion by 2021, up from $3 trillion in 2015. Fortunately, there are some basic steps that can be taken to prevent phishing attacks from happening to your company.
Phishing attacks typically entail using social engineering tricks to make victims believe that the information they’re receiving is legitimate. The phisher uses a trusted source to trick a victim into providing personal information or downloading a malicious program.
Malware
Malware is a form of cybercrime that has many forms. It can disrupt operations by corrupting important operating system files and even physically destroying systems. It may also be used to launch large-scale DDOS attacks. Understanding how malware works can help you prevent attacks and protect your business. In this article, we’ll discuss some of the most common malware types and how they differ from one another.
Malware is a growing threat to businesses. It mostly affects businesses that rely on timely access to sensitive information. It works by gaining access to a company’s network and locking the system so that it is no longer usable. The virus then leaves instructions for paying a ransom. Once the money is paid, the victims lose access to their data. This is why more companies are working with risk management companies to combat the risks associated with malware attacks.
User error
Human error is one of the most common reasons for a security breach. It can be caused by phishing attempts or simply a lack of knowledge. Organisations should work to prevent this from happening by implementing processes that limit access to data and functionality. By following these steps, a company can minimize the risk of a security breach caused by human error.
Malware is another common cause of a data breach. One famous example was the Equifax attack. The company was slow to fix a software vulnerability and allowed hackers to access their customers’ personal information. They also failed to run a proactive penetration test to check for vulnerabilities.